Central Louisiana, LA

Travel Guide

Natchitoches
Alexandria
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Where to stay in Central Louisiana

Natchitoches

Downtown Natchitoches

4.5/5(71 area reviews)

While visiting Downtown Natchitoches, you might make a stop by sights like Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame and Kaffie-Frederick General Mercantile Store.

Downtown Natchitoches
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East Natchitoches

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in East Natchitoches and surrounding area, you can visit Historic District Shopping and Cane River National Heritage Area.

East Natchitoches
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Alexandria Airport

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Alexandria Airport

3 out of 5
6116 W Calhoun Dr, Alexandria, LA
The price is ￥11,215 per night from Aug 5 to Aug 6
￥11,215
￥13,067 total
Aug 5 - Aug 6
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Alexandria. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,024 reviews)
"It was a great stay we were there for a family reunion and have never stayed in a La Quinta before and it was very nice the beds were amazing"

Reviewed on Jul 28, 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Alexandria Airport
Chateau Saint Denis Hotel, a Trademark Collection by Wyndham

Chateau Saint Denis Hotel, a Trademark Collection by Wyndham

2.5 out of 5
751 Second St, Natchitoches, LA
The price is ￥10,193 per night from Aug 8 to Aug 9
￥10,193
￥14,942 total
Aug 8 - Aug 9
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Natchitoches. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,110 reviews)
"Loved it here. Will be back!"

Reviewed on Jul 27, 2025

Chateau Saint Denis Hotel, a Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Budget Inn Alexandria

Budget Inn Alexandria

2.5 out of 5
546 MacArthur Dr, Alexandria, LA
The price is ￥5,696 per night from Aug 7 to Aug 8
￥5,696
￥6,637 total
Aug 7 - Aug 8
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Alexandria. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.2/10 Good! (329 reviews)
"best"

Reviewed on Jul 30, 2025

Budget Inn Alexandria
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Waterfront two bedroom cottage with ample parking

Waterfront two bedroom cottage with ample parking

Zwolle
Stay at this cabin in Zwolle. Enjoy laundry facilities, patios, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attraction North Toledo Bend State Park is located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (40 reviews)
5 days of fishing
"Nice little camp. Nothing extravagant which is what i prefer. The floating dock needs repair but the owner is working on it. Its nice to have a boat launch 3 lots over and not have to travel miles by boat and land to get everything to the camp."

Reviewed on Jun 2, 2025

Waterfront two bedroom cottage with ample parking
Super clean Waterfront home with private boat launch and fishing pier on site.

Super clean Waterfront home with private boat launch and fishing pier on site.

Many
Stay at this vacation home in Many. Enjoy free WiFi, a water park, and a garden. Popular attractions Cypress Bend Park and Cypress Bend Golf Course are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (87 reviews)
"This place was amazing. It was very clean. They even thought about ants in the yard and it was great for my grandson to walk around. The view was spectacular. Having your own boat launch was also a plus I would definitely recommend this and we will be back."

Reviewed on Jul 30, 2025

Super clean Waterfront home with private boat launch and fishing pier on site.
Cozy one bedroom cabin with lake view

Cozy one bedroom cabin with lake view

Florien
Stay at this cabin in Anacoco. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attraction South Toledo Bend State Park is located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (76 reviews)
"This was a great place to stay for a couples get-away. Everything was nice , comfortable, and relaxing. Just wished there would have been a boat launch access right there by the cabin but wasn't a major issue to travel to the nearest boat lainch access. Definitely would stay here again."

Reviewed on Jul 27, 2025

Cozy one bedroom cabin with lake view
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

The hundred year drought is decimating the lake and the local economy. The water is normally up to the trees in this photo.

North Toledo Bend State Park

4.5/5(5 reviews)

You can take time to visit North Toledo Bend State Park during your travels to Zwolle. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the entertainment venues in this relaxing area.

North Toledo Bend State Park

Cane River National Heritage Area

4.5/5(63 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Cane River National Heritage Area, a lovely green space in Natchitoches. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the area's festivals.

Cane River National Heritage Area

Rapides Parish Coliseum

4/5(30 reviews)

Catch an event at Rapides Parish Coliseum during your trip to Alexandria. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Rapides Parish Coliseum

Toledo Bend Tourist Info Center

4/5(2 reviews)

After visiting Toledo Bend Tourist Info Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Many. Amble around this family-friendly area's lakeside, or seek out the golf courses.

Toledo Bend Tourist Info Center

Alexandria Mall

4/5(48 reviews)

You can enjoy retail therapy at Alexandria Mall during your stay in Alexandria. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Alexandria Mall

Cypress Bend Park

4/5(7 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Cypress Bend Park, a lovely green space in Many. Amble around this relaxing area's lakeside, or seek out the golf courses.

Cypress Bend Park

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